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: Provides entry points for 32-bit applications, specifically for GUI and windowing functions (win32k thunks).

: Windows uses redirection to keep 32-bit and 64-bit software data separate: Wow64 Microsoft

: When a 32-bit application makes a system call, WoW64 "thunks" (translates) it. This involves converting pointers and call stacks from 32-bit formats to 64-bit formats before passing them to the kernel. Wow64 Microsoft

WoW64 is implemented through several key dynamic-link libraries (DLLs) found in the system: Wow64 Microsoft